Hardware Engineering Manager Jobs

Explore Hardware Engineering Manager opportunities with companies seeking experienced leaders to guide the design, development, testing, and launch of hardware products. These roles bring together technical depth, people leadership, and cross-functional collaboration—and many offer compensation of $100,000 or more. Ladders features vetted professional jobs to help you find your next leadership opportunity.

What Does a Hardware Engineering Manager Do?

Hardware Engineering Managers lead engineering teams that create and improve physical products and systems. Depending on the company and industry, they may oversee electrical, mechanical, systems, or product hardware engineering. Common responsibilities include setting technical direction, managing project schedules and resources, reviewing designs, supporting prototyping and validation, and helping teams resolve complex engineering challenges.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often look for a background in hardware engineering and experience guiding projects or teams from concept through production. Helpful qualifications may include a degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field; knowledge of design and testing processes; and a record of delivering products that meet performance, quality, cost, and schedule goals. Communication, prioritization, mentoring, and collaboration skills are also important.

Where Hardware Engineering Managers Work

Hardware engineering leaders work across industries that develop physical technology, including electronics, semiconductor, telecommunications, aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and industrial equipment. The scope of a role can vary, from managing a specialized engineering group to coordinating multiple teams and partners across an organization.

Find Your Next Hardware Engineering Manager Role

Browse Hardware Engineering Manager jobs on Ladders to discover vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements, industry focus, and leadership scope to identify positions that fit your experience and career goals.

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$185K - $200K *

Unlock your potential as a Hardware Engineering Manager, leading innovative hardware and robotics development. Drive strategy, mentor teams, and ensure scalable, reliable systems while collaborating a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$188K - $274K *

Champion innovation by leading a dynamic team of hardware engineers to define next-gen laptop ecosystems. Drive technical excellence and foster career growth while collaborating across cross-functiona...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic team in the design and development of cutting-edge hardware for quantum computing systems. Your expertise will directly influence the creation of innovative mi...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $220K *

The Hardware Engineering Program Manager at Verkada will lead the development and execution of innovative hardware programs, guiding cross-functional efforts from prototype to production. This role re...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $250K *

Drive complex hardware development programs from concept to production, ensuring high-quality delivery. Collaborate across engineering disciplines and manage relationships with partners to facilitate...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$217K - $359K *

Shape the future of high-performance storage systems by leading and developing a talented hardware engineering team. Oversee the entire hardware lifecycle and drive collaboration across functions to e...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $260K *

Lead the charge in developing embedded firmware for innovative printers, ensuring quality and performance across a growing platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable solutio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $185K *

Drive the development of innovative hardware products, managing schedules, project milestones, and team collaboration to ensure successful execution from concept to production while adhering to best p...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by managing a dynamic team focused on product innovation, process optimization, and customer satisfaction. Drive strategic initiatives and foster a culture of...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$275K - $382K *

Champion innovative physical design solutions for next-gen data center hardware. Lead technical strategy and execution, integrating robotics and thermal management to enhance performance and reliabili...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $219K *

Unlock potential by leading a diverse team of engineers in hardware development, ensuring technical excellence and collaboration across programs while driving recruitment, training, and performance ma...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $250K *

Lead the charge in developing embedded firmware for innovative printers, ensuring quality and timely delivery while managing a skilled team. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance product performan...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$167K - $267K *

Lead the charge in driving New Product Introduction for semiconductor test platforms, ensuring seamless transitions from development to high-volume manufacturing while collaborating cross-functionally...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$220K - $270K *

Reimagine hardware engineering by leading a multidisciplinary team to transition R&D prototypes into robust, customer-grade products, ensuring alignment with company strategy and fostering a culture o...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic engineering team to enhance operational efficiency, drive product quality, and implement innovative manufacturing solutions while ensuring optimal resource utiliz...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead integrated hardware and embedded engineering efforts, ensuring technical excellence across electrical, mechanical, and firmware disciplines. Drive product development while maintaining hands-on i...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing team of electrical design engineers, ensuring quality and timely delivery of low and medium-voltage switchgear projects while fostering collaboration an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $166K *

Unlock potential by leading Electrical Engineering teams to deliver innovative aircraft interior solutions. Oversee design, certification, and integration processes while ensuring quality, budget, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of aircraft interiors by leading a dynamic Electrical Engineering team. Drive innovative design solutions, ensure quality and compliance, and foster talent development while managing...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$154K - $260K *

Transform edge AI solutions by leading a talented engineering team. Drive the strategy for embedded systems and machine learning, ensuring impactful deployment of intelligent safety features for real...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $225K *

Shape high-speed digital and mixed-signal hardware development while leading a talented engineering team. Drive design excellence and oversee product line execution across multiple sites in a dynamic...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the design of cutting-edge GPU server infrastructure, optimizing performance and reliability. Collaborate with vendors and teams to shape hardware standards for a rapidly expanding AI platform...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$170K - $260K *

Shape the future of 3D printing by leading a talented electrical engineering team. Engage in product development, navigate engineering design, drive milestones, and enhance team capability while influ...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$225K *

Transform the future of consumer vessels by leading hardware engineering teams. Oversee mechanical, electrical, and test engineering to streamline R&D processes and drive innovative product developmen...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$145K - $175K *

Empower innovation by identifying and resolving system-level issues pre-silicon. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance validation processes, ensuring readiness for silicon bring-up and dr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Hardware Engineering Manager do?question toggle

    A Hardware Engineering Manager leads engineers who design, develop, test, and support physical products or systems. The role typically includes setting technical priorities, managing projects and teams, reviewing engineering work, and coordinating with other departments.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Hardware Engineering Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly seek a relevant engineering background, experience with hardware development, and demonstrated project or team leadership. Specific requirements vary by role and may include expertise in electrical, mechanical, systems, or product engineering.

  • Which industries hire Hardware Engineering Managers?question toggle

    Hiring industries may include electronics, semiconductors, telecommunications, aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and industrial equipment.

  • How much do Hardware Engineering Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, experience, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Hardware Engineering Manager jobs paying $100K or more?question toggle

    You can browse vetted Hardware Engineering Manager opportunities on Ladders, where professional jobs are selected for salaries of $100,000 or more.